HANOI 1 DAY CITY TOUR

A 1-day small group city tour of Hanoi offers an immersive dive into Vietnam’s vibrant capital, blending history, culture, and local flavours. Starting around 8:00 AM from your hotel in the Old Quarter, the tour, typically capped at 8-12 travellers, ensures a personalised experience with an English-speaking guide. Begin at the Ho Chi Minh Complex, visiting the Mausoleum (exterior on Mondays/Fridays), Ho Chi Minh’s stilt house, and the One Pillar Pagoda, a Buddhist temple with unique architecture. Next, explore the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university (11th century), dedicated to Confucius, showcasing ancient scholarly traditions.

Afterwards, head to the Museum of Ethnology (or Hoa Lo Prison on Tuesdays and weekends), where you can delve into Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups or its poignant wartime history. Enjoy a traditional lunch of phở or bánh mì at a local eatery. Post-lunch, wander the bustling Old Quarter by cyclo, pedalling through narrow streets filled with shops and colonial charm. Visit Ngoc Son Temple on Hoan Kiem Lake, connected by the iconic red Huc Bridge, and learn about its legendary turtle lore. The day concludes with a water puppet show, a 1,000-year-old art form that depicts rural folklore, before returning to your hotel between 5:00 and 6:00 PM.

The tour encompasses key sites, local cuisine, and cultural performances, making it an ideal choice for first-time visitors. Comfortable walking shoes and modest clothing are recommended for temples. With seamless transport in an air-conditioned van, this compact yet comprehensive tour captures Hanoi’s essence—its blend of tradition, history, and lively street energy—in a single, unforgettable day.